Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc. Kiln formed fine glass art, fused and slumped. Private Fused Glass Classes offered as well as Classes The Blue Dog knows the way” (George Rodrique 1994).
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Diana Wendt
Artist/Studio Bio

Diana Wendt founded Blue Dog Glass Art in 1995, naming her studio after her dog, a blue Neapolitan mastiff called “Sumo”. She was especially drawn to the ancient method of "kiln-fired" glass forming; a 4000 year old process which predates glass blowing and is also known as “fused and slumped” glass. Diana set out to learn kiln-forming from several recognized artists

. She has studied with nationally known artists Roger Nachman and Michael Dupille, and international masters Cappy Thompson, Mark Eckstrand and Susan Plum. She was the first glass artist to be awarded the Pathways Scholarship from Pratt Fine Arts Center in Seattle, which mentors emerging artists. Diana was also one of 30 artists selected by the Artists Trust to participate in the first EDGE Professional Development Program for visual arts. During 17 years as a studio artist and glass instructor, Diana has sold her art in galleries and art shows throughout the Northwest and to private collectors from Seattle to New York and Japan. Her style ranges from figurative to architectural in large and small scale. Following four years as an instructor at Pratt, in 2005, Diana created a fused glass program for Green River Community College, fulfilling her dream to teach fused glass art from the tranquil setting of her near-by studio. In 2007, Diana set aside her studio art to lovingly provide 24/7 care for her elderly mother

After losing the Blue Dog, Sumo in April of 2000 and her beloved mother, Mary in August of 2009; Diana realized how much their pure hearts are the true inspiration in her art:

"To find [him]/her you must lose [him]/her. In the spirit of the Blue Dog and in loving memory of her extraordinary mother; Diana’s recent work continues to evolve as handmade, fused glass signed as “Sumo D” from the studio of Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc located in Kent, WA.

Cheers to a Happy 2022!
01/13/2022

Cheers to a Happy 2022!

11/23/2021

Another fun ornament class with great pics from Sue Buck....

Novembers Ornament Class is done and the participants were excited to take home their creations in glass for gifts to gi...
11/23/2021

Novembers Ornament Class is done and the participants were excited to take home their creations in glass for gifts to give in the upcoming holiday.
There is another opportunity to sign up Green River Continuing Education

Fused Glass Ornaments and Tiles
Item #: Y190
Date: 12/4/2021 - 12/4/2021
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1, Sa
Location: Blue Dog Glass
Room: Studio
Address: 29304 168th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98042
Registration Fee: $79.00 + $125.00 instruction, materials, tool and firing fee to be paid to instructor upon arrival at class.
Instructor: Diana Wendt
Project Pick up on December 5 at 10AM.

3 to 5 ornaments per student based on time used per ornament and sharing the kiln space with all students. Join us!

A great GRCC class at Blue Dog Glass Art in Kent.  Next class in November
10/25/2021

A great GRCC class at Blue Dog Glass Art in Kent. Next class in November

09/22/2021

The generosity of this community NEVER ceases to astound me!!! Today while volunteering in the clothing room... our friend Ben Carey stopped by and said it's been a while since I have donated and gave money to buy the plates and sugar we have been needing for a couple weeks. I get home and my friend and neighbor Diana Wendt of Blue Dog Glass stops by and gives money to by 10 $10 Gas gift cards to give to the guests that are working and need a hand with fuel. While in line the cashier and the gal behind me asked about me buying soooo many disposable plates and sugar and the next transaction 10 gas cards...I tell them about KentHOPE and a little about their programs, Jennifer Hirjak then says can I buy 5 more gas cards? I am shocked and smile and answer you bet... and she does...

I am telling you, God is working through all of us by first putting the desire to help others in your heart and then our action of finding a way to do it.

We the volunteers and staff of KentHOPE thank you for your love and faith in these ladies and their children that come to orientation and work on a new beginning. Your never failing faith and support is key to their success. To be believed in is powerful!
THANK YOU!

Thanks Brit!...Glad you like it....you're the first person I thought of who would appreciate my mask design honoring not...
12/16/2020

Thanks Brit!...Glad you like it....you're the first person I thought of who would appreciate my mask design honoring notorious, righteous women...Chase also looks good in his....he has smiling eyes!

12/16/2020

Thanks Brit!...Glad you like it....you're the first person I thought of who would appreciate my mask design honoring notorious, righteous women...Chase also looks good in his....he has smiling eyes!

Perfect!, Michelle you look fabulous!...love the selfie!
05/11/2020

Perfect!, Michelle you look fabulous!...love the selfie!

Thank you I love my mask it fits great!!

Quality hand made masks order filled and working on the next order.
05/07/2020

Quality hand made masks order filled and working on the next order.

Had a fun, special grandma B-day project class this weekend with two creative students, Sam and her mom Mary ....These f...
03/16/2020

Had a fun, special grandma B-day project class this weekend with two creative students, Sam and her mom Mary ....These fused glass leaves will be part of two larger finished pieces that will also incorporate some of Grandma's bead collection which spans several decades...Can't wait to see final B-day piece...will post updates soon...

Lots of beautiful pieces made by the students signed up through GRCC   Next class scheduled in April  .   Also offering ...
02/27/2020

Lots of beautiful pieces made by the students signed up through GRCC Next class scheduled in April . Also offering private classes

Two beautiful custom Turkey Platters
01/28/2020

Two beautiful custom Turkey Platters

An artist's design to commemorate the cremains of someone special
03/28/2018

An artist's design to commemorate the cremains of someone special

Heart Dishes
02/01/2018

Heart Dishes

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo
01/18/2018

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo

private class creating a custom art piece
11/23/2017

private class creating a custom art piece

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo
11/23/2017

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo

private class to create a custom art piece...
11/23/2017

private class to create a custom art piece...

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo
05/13/2017

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn some amazing fusing/casting techniques from one of my favorite instructors...Mi...
02/23/2017

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn some amazing fusing/casting techniques from one of my favorite instructors...Michael Dupille is a fantastic instructor with an amazing studio and world class lunches...I have taken several classes with him since I first began working in kiln glass 20 years ago... with each experience, I acquired new perspectives to utilize in my own work......A rare opportunity to learn from one of the best!

Some spots still available in my Forest for the Trees workshops in May and September. Held at my home studio in beautiful Seattle.

From start to finish.. time to click your creative light on!There's limited space available in GRCC Fused Glass Nightlig...
02/19/2017

From start to finish.. time to click your creative light on!

There's limited space available in GRCC Fused Glass Nightlight Class held off-campus @ Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc. studio starting this Saturday Feb 25, 2017 at 9 AM. Create you own glass nightlights! Students of all skill levels will design, cut glass,and work with color/compostion to create 2-4 nightlights. This is a fun, hands-on class for any student who loves glass and wants to try making their own masterpiece!

Registration fee paid to GRCC is $69. A $135 materials, tools and firing fee paid to instructor in class. Register on-line @ greenriver.edu/ce or by phone @ (253) 833-911ext. 2535 or in person -Continuing Education WT Buiilding 12401 SE 320th Street, Auburn, WA 98032

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo
02/19/2017

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo
02/10/2017

Blue Dog Glass Art, Inc.'s cover photo

Last Day....don't miss!
01/29/2017

Last Day....don't miss!

Here are a few more photos of items that will be available for this weekends sale. Friday from 1-7 and Saturday and Sunday 9-4. I hope to see you here🙂

More amazing signs and furniture from The Country Porch by Lori Oehler-Jewett...Don't miss her last weekend in January s...
01/22/2017

More amazing signs and furniture from The Country Porch by Lori Oehler-Jewett...Don't miss her last weekend in January sale!....

Just a reminder that I will be having a sale this coming weekend. The hours are as follows: Friday January 27th 1-7, Saturday and Sunday from 9-4. Here is a sneak preview of what will be available. I hope to see everyone here! Thanks as always, Lori

Another great deal on a great skin care line...
01/17/2017

Another great deal on a great skin care line...

!! We have a limited quantity of the Melanolyte Treatment lotion as well as the Melanolyte Serum half off! These 2 work great in unison with NO chemicals, preservatives or "drugs" in these products! Act fast before we sell out! Offer end February 1st!!

New items from The Country Porch by Lori...with an end of month sale...
01/13/2017

New items from The Country Porch by Lori...with an end of month sale...

Getting ready for my sale the last weekend of this month. Here are just a couple of things that I have been working on. This is a very small sampling of what I gave out together so don't miss out!! Thanks and looking forward to seeing you soon! Lori

12/25/2016

Merry Christmas and the Happiest New Year to all my friends, family, customers and students! Thanks for your continuing interest and support this past year...you are all the inspiration leading to new ideas for the New Year!

Great garden pieces for spring....
12/25/2016

Great garden pieces for spring....

''Tis the season to be freezing (in my workshop). I have been busy getting things ready for Spring and my sale the end of January. Here are a few things that I have ready. All benches are made of barn wood. The large 40" is $45, the medium 30" $35, and the small 20" $25. The 2 barn wood planter boxes with the iron trellis are $25, and the birdhouse bench/plant stand is $30. All have a coat of polyurethane. Let me know if you would like anything. Thanks as always, Lori

Some more amazing pieces by "The Country Porch by Lori Oehler-Jewett
12/25/2016

Some more amazing pieces by "The Country Porch by Lori Oehler-Jewett

Here are a few items that I am trying to move out of my shop. Most have been deeply discounted. The solid wood table with red legs and 4 white chairs $75 SOLD, the desk set $50, the wicker vanity with chair $40, the grey/blue hutch $75, the Seth Thomas wall clock $125, the small black top table with drawers on 2 sides $30 ( great size for crafting), the other smaller items seen on the furniture pieces are also for sale. If you are interested message me and I can give you pricing. Thanks again, Lori

Timeline Photos
12/16/2016

Timeline Photos

This Weekend's Featured Studio Special:  "Rhinestone 12 Fan  Earrings on sale for 12 X 2=$24/pair + tax (instead of regu...
12/15/2016

This Weekend's Featured Studio Special: "Rhinestone 12 Fan Earrings on sale for 12 X 2=$24/pair + tax (instead of regular price $30 pair). Available in lime, blue or mixed rhinestone colors, limited quantities, this weekend only....Fri-Sun 9am-4pm...great last minute stocking stuffers...

Address

29304 168th Avenue SE
Kent, WA
98042

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(253) 631-1502

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